Why Volunteer:

Linking Generations places great empahais on our volunteers.   Whether they are youth, older adults, or in-between, volunteers contribute to community change.  Their involvement helps work towards the goal of creating strong and vibrant communities where youth and seniors can thrive.

Volunteering with Linking Generations will provide you with the opportunity to:

  • Build bridges between generations
  • Foster and celebrate age-friendly communities
  • Meet new people, make new friends and develop professional contacts
  • Share skills and experiences with others

To be a volunteer in our Community and School Programs, you must be 18 years old, unless otherwise stated.

Linking Generations follows the practices set forth by the Canadian Code of Volunteers www.volunteer.ca.

What People Say

The experience of Linking Generations helped me to really value older people and their experiences. I am incredibly thankful to all the people who make this program possible.

– Participating Student

They help us to feel healthier and happier. We forget about our aches and pains and just delight in their enthusiasm for life!

– Participating Senior

I wanted to let you know what a great program this is. My daughter is thoroughly enjoying this experience and talks very positively about it. Thank you for making this happen. It most certainly has been great for my daughter!

– Parent

Let’s build something together.